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Dixie-Ann John
When you think of the Soca Artiste - Swappi, there
are several words that come to mind - stylish,
unique, different however only one can suffice -
trendsetter.years ago.
Swappi has kindly allowed Metro Mag to go behind
the scenes to understand the man that makes the star
and how he single-handedly created his own personal
'swagger'.
He explained what inspired his fashion sense and he
mentioned having a strong belief in formulating a
unique style. To him, personal style is another expres-
sion of art and has become a major part of the Soca
game, which is to always create a niche for your brand.
This unique style was originally inspired by the stal-
warts of the calypso fraternity such as Kitchener and
Sparrow who have always favored tailored suits for
their performances.
Although Swappi has a penchant for trendy suits
with a black and red theme, he indicated that he's al-
ways willing to spice it up and pays particular attention
to international menswear fashion shows to provide in-
spiration for his wardrobe for upcoming soca perform-
ances. Some of his choices already include 2015/2016
international menswear lines.
In Trinidad, his favourite shopping areas include
United Colors of Benneton, Peter Elias and Trincity
Mall. All this attention to detail is quite amazing as he
completes this mammoth task without professional
assistance or sponsorship.
He mentioned a great 2015/2016 fashion tip in
Trinidad is the resurgence of the MC Hammer styled
pants. He believes that this style will be quite popular
amongst the masses.
His personal grooming regimen includes doing his
own barbering and using must-have brands Clean and
Clear Morning Burst and Proactiv Face Wash
Cleansers for his skin care. His other grooming rituals
include
• Fav Fragrances: Versace and Burberry
• Fav Shoe Lines: Aldo's, Jordans, Muller and Ken-
neth Cole
With respect to the barbering skills, he relies on per-
sonal equipment and a detailed mirror setup at home
to ensure that his lines are perfect!
Prior to any performance, he habitually ensures
that he meditates to create a calm environment or
partakes in one of his favourite drinks namely Stag
or wine.
e outfits. He actually has plans of starting his
sometime in the future.
e, I always liked clothes and fashion. I've been
en before I was singing professionally, when I
had to use my creativity, hands and talent to
g that was presentable. Last year was the crisp
's kind of weird with me right now, it's more
m going be switching it up from anything like a
me to madness. It's going to be a swap, you
into different personalities, different charac-
st another part of the Swap here," said Swappi.
ences both on and off the stage has left the
ry when it comes to dealing humans though
at it is very hard for him to trust people.
eople, and this doesn't just apply to the Soca
It happens everyday and I'm not the only one
nced people who wish bad on you," said
ough his light and inspiration remains his
e claims is responsible for him doing what he
o for my daughter, if it wasn't for her I would
itting on the block. I love the responsibility of
providing for her. I have to live for her, she is a
everything I do affects her whether it be go or
o more things because of her," said Swappi.